Dental implants give you the opportunity to enjoy advanced tooth replacement, as it is the only treatment method that applies the artificial teeth directly in the bone structure of the jaw where the missing teeth have been lost. Dr. Michael H. Connor and our team are pleased to offer dental implants to offer a significant improvement to patient oral health... read more »
Because gum disease is such a debilitating disease to your oral health, effective treatments will need to be employed to help save the integrity of your mouth. If gum disease is left untreated, it can destabilize your gums and lead to tooth loss. Along with spotting several signs and symptoms of gum disease, you can go even farther back and... read more »
Periodontics is a field of dentistry designed to care for your gums. Several options are available to make sure the tissues in your mouth are well taken care of. One of the biggest risks that can arise with your gums is known as gum disease. Gum disease, also referred to as periodontal disease, often exists in numerous forms and many... read more »
For a patient who has lost one or more permanent teeth, dental implants may be the solution. Dental implants are a popular tooth restoration option because they are permanent and aesthetically appeasing. A dental implant is made up of a dental implant post, a dental restoration and an abutment. What Should I Expect? First, the dental implant post is surgically... read more »
Our dentist and team understand that taking care of your mouth is integral in caring for your body. Did you know that there is a connection between your oral health and the health of your heart? Some cardiovascular diseases can affect your dental health, and vice versa. The Connection Between Your Heart & Oral Health Studies have found that periodontal... read more »
Some of the symptoms of gum disease include swollen, tender and red gums, and gums that bleed when you brush or floss. If your gum disease is left untreated, you may experience lost teeth, bad breath and issues with your jaw. However, gum disease can also allow bacteria to enter your body and could cause problems for respiratory and cardiac... read more »
Caring for your smile includes always making sure you are caring for your teeth as well as your gums. Periodontics is a specialty branch of dentistry that focuses on the gum tissue and supporting structures around your teeth. If for any reason you have suffered gum tissue damage, a periodontal treatment may be required to fix the ailment. Periodontists have... read more »
Preventing gum disease can protect your teeth as well as your heart and lungs. Gum disease can take the form of swollen, inflamed gums, or severe infection leading to bone loss and tooth loss, as well as heart disease and gum disease. This is why we take your daily oral health care and your ongoing dental cleanings and checkups so... read more »
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is sometimes painless, and therefore easy to miss. However, if not treated, it can do a lot of damage to your mouth. Read on for more details concerning periodontitis. There are many symptoms that could point to gum disease. Some of these are: easily bleeding gums, swollen, tender, red gums, gums have pulled away... read more »
The American Dental Association recommends that you brush your teeth twice each day and make a concerted effort to remember to thoroughly floss at least once. This daily oral hygiene routine is intended to remove residual sugar, latent food particles, and plaque buildup before they can contribute to tooth decay and periodontal health problems. When these bacterial deposits remain in... read more »